7 days in Vietnam Itinerary

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, then pick up a one of a kind souvenir at 54 Traditions Gallery, and then wander the streets of Old Quarter. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), then steep yourself in history at Hoa Lo Prison, and finally contemplate the long history of Temple of Literature & National University.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Hanoi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, browse the eclectic array of goods at Ben Thanh Market, get a sense of history and politics at The Independence Palace, then pause for some serene contemplation at Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, and finally ponder the world of politics at Central Post Office.

To find where to stay, ratings, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Ho Chi Minh City travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can travel to Hoi An.

Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Japanese Covered Bridge and then make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town.

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Getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daily temperatures in Hoi An can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Hue.

Nestled on the banks of the Perfume River, the city of Hue remains most famous as the former home of the Nguyen Dynasty, the influence of which remains evident in local palaces, temples, forts, and museums.

On the 27th (Thu), steep yourself in history at Tomb of Minh Mang, then contemplate the long history of Thien Mu Pagoda, and then contemplate the long history of Imperial City. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Tomb of Tu Duc, steep yourself in history at The Flag Tower, then take in the spiritual surroundings of The Mieu Temple, and finally hit the road with Le Family Rider.

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You can drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. July in Hue sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.